Why does Serge Aurier play for Ivory Coast?
Born in Ouragahio, Ivory Coast · Citizenship: France, Ivory Coast
Short answer
Serge Aurier plays for Ivory Coast because he holds Ivorian nationality and chose to represent the country at senior level (first senior call-up on record: 2013).
Birthplace and citizenship
Serge Aurier was born in Ivory Coast; holds France and Ivory Coast citizenship.
International career path
His international pathway, as recorded on Wikidata:
- Ivory Coast — senior level, 2013–present (60 matches, 2 goals)
The rules in brief
A player can represent a country if they hold its nationality and have a genuine link to it: birth on its territory, a parent or grandparent born there, or several years of residency. Youth matches do not tie a player to a country. Since 2020, FIFA also lets a player switch once after a small number of senior appearances (no more than three, all before turning 21, none at a World Cup or continental finals) after a three-year wait.
Frequently asked questions
Why does Serge Aurier play for Ivory Coast?
Serge Aurier holds Ivorian nationality and chose to represent Ivory Coast at senior level.
Where was Serge Aurier born?
Serge Aurier was born in Ouragahio, Ivory Coast.
What nationality is Serge Aurier?
Wikidata lists Serge Aurier as a citizen of France and Ivory Coast.